Design charrettes are . . . a means to obtain the most creative proposals for addressing the most difficult problems in the least amount of time. -FSC

This manual is intended to increase users' understanding of design charrettes, enable them to plan and deliver successful and productive charrettes, AND have fun in the process. (Fourth law of sustainability: If it's not fun, it's not sustainable)

The Project was funded by Canada Mortgage & Housing Corp (CMHC). (c) CMHC, City of Vancouver, & the ORCAD Consulting Group Inc.

CONTENTS

Executive Summary

GETTING TO KNOW THE GROUND

Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Sustainable Community
Role of Design
Design Charrettes
Other kinds of activities and events

BEGINNING THE JOURNEY

Decision-making context
Allies and resources
Building Support & Promoting the Plan
Getting Approvals